The flying Queenslander Adebisi went straight to the lead and settled quite well in front for Craig Williams. He was clearly headed after passing the 200m but he came again gamely under hands and heels riding to grab a nose victory at the post. Rescue Mission had a great run behind the leader and looked certain to beat that horse when he moved up comfortably at the 300m. He got to a narrow lead at the 200m but was out-gamed in the closing stages to be beaten in a photo. Big Buddie was third on the rails to the turn and kept fighting on in the straight, after having every chance, to take the minor placing. Shanghai Warrior was back about fourth one off the rails without cover to the 600m. He continued to fight on well after straightening, finishing just over two and a quarter lengths fourth in an encouraging first-up effort. *ANZ